Imagine you are starting a new job and are going to meet your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident smile exposes rows of pearly white teeth, yet when you open your mouth to exchange greetings you worry […]
Dental health
Optimum Oral Health Includes Exams and Cleanings

If you’ve ever visited our blog, you’ve probably heard the counsel to have dental check-ups and cleanings twice a year. In fact, dental professionals have been advising twice-yearly frequency for over 50 years. The American Dental Association counsels individuals to visit their dentist twice a year as well. Is that an arbitrary schedule? Let’s consider […]
Say Goodbye To Old Amalgam Fillings

Do you recall what your teeth looked like before you had your first cavity? When you opened your mouth to laugh or yawn, the people with you could see only pearly white molar surfaces. (Unless, of course, you had been munching Oreos.) If you are like many people, you started developing decay fairly young and […]
Worried About Dental Visits?

“How can I deal with anxiety about visiting the dentist?” 1. Consider what the anxiety stems from. For example pain, injections, loss of control, personal space invasion, embarrassment about fear of the unknown. 2. Communicate these fears and concerns with your dentist. 3. Expect respectful consideration and open discussion about resolving fears. Doctor Russell Anderson […]
Feel Like A Movie Star With A Smile Makeover

When you see photos of famous actors and actresses, they all look like they have flawless teeth. Some may be natural. Some may be Photoshopped. Have you ever noticed that some famous individuals with perfect smiles didn’t have the best teeth early in their careers? Those that wanted to improve their smiles took advantage of […]
How Tooth Brushing Prevents Gum Disease

Why should everyone brush at least twice a day? Let’s discuss why this is crucial. Brushing and flossing is the best way to prevent decay. Brushing with fluoride toothpaste and carefully flossing removes the food from our teeth and prohibits the build-up of plaque. If we let food stay on our teeth, the starches in the […]
Smile Necessities And Possibilities

With cosmetic dentistry, Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry creates dazzling smiles for patients. A smile redesign doesn’t just make your smile more attractive. It also builds self-confidence. You will be more comfortable in your professional and personal interactions. Let’s Talk Not happy with your smile? Schedule a consultation with Doctor Anderson. We’ll discuss what is required, what […]
The Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry Guide To Veneers

It’s easy to see why Kennesaw smile makeover patients and cosmetic dentists love porcelain veneers. They correct a multitude of cosmetic flaws and deliver dazzling results for my Kennesaw area patients. If you are considering beautifying your smile with porcelain veneers, you want a trusted dentist with extensive experience performing this treatment. The porcelain veneer […]
Gap-Tooth Smiles Aren’t Quite As Adorable Anymore

Have you lost teeth? It’s a lot different than when you lost your baby teeth way back in the day. Unfortunately, these don’t grow back. (And a gap-toothed smile doesn’t look as adorable as it did when you were in elementary school.) If you have had teeth extracted or if your teeth are compromised by […]
A New Reason To Eat More Fish

Welcome to the Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry blog. I am Doctor Russell Anderson. In the article “Fatty Fish, Nuts May Prevent Gum Disease,” author Jennifer Warner explains that a recent study links diets high in polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) with a lower risk of. Gum disease is a common dental ailment for many men and […]